Feb 15 • 15:39 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Cyclist killed after being hit by a car on a highway in the coast of SP

A cyclist was killed after being struck by a car while crossing a highway in Mongaguá, São Paulo.

A tragic accident occurred in Mongaguá, São Paulo, where a cyclist was fatally struck by a car while crossing the Padre Manoel da Nóbrega Highway (SP-055). The incident took place on Saturday night, around 8:10 PM, at kilometer 314 of the highway, when the cyclist, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, was pushing his bicycle across the road. Reports indicate that the driver was taken by surprise and was unable to brake in time to avoid the collision.

The official confirmation of the cyclist's death was made at the scene of the accident. The Concessionária Novo Litoral (CNL), responsible for the highway, stated that the police were called to assist with the incident, and the investigation is currently underway. It has been noted that the accident did not cause any road closures or traffic slowdowns, which might suggest that the situation was quickly managed by the authorities.

As investigations by the police continue, G1 has reached out to the São Paulo Public Security Secretariat for further details but has not yet received a response. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding road safety and the risks faced by cyclists in areas with high traffic, especially at night, and raises questions about the measures in place to protect vulnerable road users.

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